Material Handler Jobs in Chambersburg, PA

A Material Handler in the logistics industry plays a crucial role in managing the supply chain process. They are responsible for physically moving materials, both raw and finished, within a warehouse, factory, or retail environment, ensuring the right goods reach the right location at the right time. They also might be involved in the processing, packaging, and shipping of orders. Material Handlers are often required to operate machinery such as forklifts, maintain inventory records, and ensure workplace safety by adhering to proper handling procedures.

Some of the important skills a Material Handler should possess include physical stamina and strength, attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency in inventory software. Having a certification in forklift operation or a similar field can give a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Material Handler, individuals might have roles such as Warehouse Associate, Package Handler, or Shipping and Receiving Clerk. These roles provide the opportunity to gain experience in handling materials, operating machinery, and understanding logistics operations.

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Warehouse Associates Needed

  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

We're looking for reliable and motivated Warehouse Associates to join our team! If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to work in a comfortable, climate-controlled environment, we'd love...

Warehouse Cherry Picker Operator

  • Greencastle, PA (10 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Greencastle, PA (10 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 23 hours ago

This role is perfect for candidates with warehouse experience who are looking to grow their career while operating material handling equipment safely and efficiently....

Amazon Distribution Center Associate

  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

pounds of boxes, cases, and pallets of freight Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other equipment to move large quantities of merchandise Utilize an electric pallet jack, training is provided Stand...

Warehouse Picker Packer - Now Hiring

  • Mercersburg, PA (18 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mercersburg, PA (18 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Ready to learn new skills through a new job opportunity? If you're an order picker/packer who excels at hitting production goals, don't miss out on this opportunity! We're looking for reliable...

Warehouse Hostler/Forklift Operator (Part Time)

  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Hostler/Forklift Operator The Hostler/Forklift operator is responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The operator is also responsible for the...

Experienced Shipping/Receiving Clerk Needed for Distribution Center

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago

Are you an experienced Shipping/Receiving Clerk looking for a new opportunity? Join our team in Chambersburg! We're seeking a detail-oriented individual with a proven track record in shipping and...

Warehouse Associate

  • Greencastle, PA (10 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greencastle, PA (10 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: - Shipping & Receiving - Work between two docks to load and unload orders - Built Pallets, band pallets, etc - Sort packages Working hours: 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM Skills: Shipping and...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago

we'll schedule with you ASAP. location: Chambersburg, PA work hours: 06:00 AM - 04:30 PM qualifications: Successful performance on a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Test. skills: Build, wrap, sort pallets...

Forklift Operator -D nights $22.50 Hourly

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago

such as pull down or put away.Move stock as assigned.Sign out forklift after completing daily safety checklist.Report any unsafe conditions to the supervisor.Stack product physically onto and off of pallets...

Warehouse Worker

  • Biglerville, PA (18 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Biglerville, PA (18 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview As a Pallet Repairer, you'll get to build and repair wooden pallets from freshly cut or recycled wood on a daily basis to fulfill all of our customers' needs!...

Overnight Stock Clerk Full Time

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 2 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Handler Warehouse - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Duties Provides movement of packages, documents, dangerous goods and/or supply support in a timely, safe and efficient manner through effective scan/load methods. This is a non-driving...

Warehouse Cherry Picker - Now Hiring

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 3 days ago

Ready to earn more and receive better benefits in a new warehouse cherry picker operator role? If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record,...

Truck Loader

  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Removes mattresses and box springs from bagging machine and wheels to the loading dock. Unloads each unit and places in the trailer per the shipping order. Reviews the shipping order to ensure all...

Yard Driver

  • Shippensburg, PA (11 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Shippensburg, PA (11 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago

OTHER DUTIES Change fuel tanks on forklifts as needed: participate in physical inventories; perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed Repair pallets, when necessary, trailers...

Demographic Data for Chambersburg, PA

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Salary for Material Handler Jobs in Chambersburg, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Material Handlers in Chambersburg, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.5%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Material Handlers in Chambersburg, PA
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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